Over 20 years experience in Divorce & Matrimonial Law, Family Law, Criminal Defense and General Practice. You will receive the attention, dedication and respect you deserve! Compassionate, Caring Representation

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Contact me today for a free consultation at (315) 445-3005 or go to my website at www.cnylawfirm.com and click on the email form on the right. Michael E. Underwood is an experienced matrimonial attorney, highly regarded within the State of New York. In 2016, Mike was named “10 Best” Attorneys in New York by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Also, Mike has a 5.0/5.0 Peer Rating on Martindale-Hubbell. Mike has actively practiced family law since 2005. He is the owner and founder of Underwood Law Firm, P.C. ...

EXPERIENCED, COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE DIVORCE ATTORNEY Moving forward towards separation and divorce can be a difficult and confusing time. Jo Ann Shartrand has the experience to guide you through the best legal process to meet your individual situation. She is an experienced Divorce and Family Law Attorney, but she also specializes in alternative dispute resolution options such as Collaborative Divorce and Divorce and Family Mediation. Choosing the best option for your divorce and separation is an important first step, so please contact Ms. Shartrand for a consultation to discuss all of the options for your individual...

Jason C. Scott is an associate with the firm's litigation team practicing general civil and criminal litigation. In addition, he focuses on regulatory and compliance issues in health care. His experience in the health care field and as a litigator enable him to provide clients with the best possible representation in a broad range of legal matters.

Distinguished in both private practice and public service, Chris is a dedicated advocate, bringing over 30 years’ courtroom and trial experience to bear on your legal problems and issues, focusing exclusively in the fields of Divorce and Matrimonial Law, Family Law, Personal Injury Law, and Vehicle & Traffic Law. From 1989 through 1996, Chris was the partner in charge of all litigation at the Clifton Park firm of Ianniello, Anderson, Reilly & Luhn, P.C. Preferring the role of "solo" trial lawyer, he then opened his own practice as Christopher N. Luhn, P.C. In 2000, he accepted Eliot Spitzer’s...

Michael J. Catalfimo represents a diverse group of businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation and transactional matters involving Real Property Law, Creditors Rights, Business Law, Family Law, Trusts and Estates Law, Municipal Law, and Health Care Law. He is a Managing Director and the Chief Operating Officer of the Albany, New York law firm of Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, P.C.
Mr. Catalfimo received his Juris Doctor Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Boston College Law School in 1985, where he was elected to the Order of the Coif National Legal Honor Society and received the Lewis...

Chris is a former prosecutor in the Broome County District Attorney's Office who handled thousands of criminal and domestic violence cases. From traffic tickets to Felony Driving While Intoxicated, Violent Assault and First Degree Rape. Chris has brought over 100 cases to trial. His work on both sides of the courtroom gives him the knowledge and experience to help you mount an aggressive defense against a wide range of charges.

With extensive experience as an acting Supreme Court justice and as a Broome County family court judge, Peter is able to leverage his perspective as a longtime, top-ranking court official for the benefit of his clients, particularly in the areas of family and matrimonial law and criminal defense matters. As the Managing Partner of Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Binghamton office, he also practices estate planning and real estate law. Peter’s 10 years of experience on the bench allows him to approach legal cases with inside knowledge of the court system that most other attorneys simply lack. Peter, a Binghamton native,...

Attorney Varble received his Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from Ohio State University, and his Juris Doctorate from New York Law School. He is dedicated to providing New York residents with personalized attention and trusted counsel for their legal matters involving personal injury, criminal defense, medical malpractice, family law, divorce and custody. Attorney Varble is an experienced litigator with almost 20 years of experience.

Mediator and attorney with extensive experience in prenuptial, separation, divorce, custody, visitation, alimony, elder, business, estate and other family law and adult family issues. Serving mediation clients in Westchester, Putnam & Dutchess Counties in New York and Fairfield, New Haven & Litchfield Counties in Connecticut. Disputes are stressful, and it’s important to make sure you’re comfortable with whatever resolution process you choose. During our 30 minute free consultation, I can answer any questions you might have and let you get a sense of what it would be like to work together.

Family Lawyers in Nearby Counties

Family law generally concerns domestic relations and family-related matters such as marriage, civil unions, domestic partnerships, adoptions, paternity, guardianships, domestic abuse, surrogacy, child custody, child abduction, the dissolution of marriage and associated issues. Each state has its own set of family laws, and traveling across state borders can sometimes affect your rights and those of your family.

Contrary to popular belief, seeking the advice of a family law attorney does not necessarily mean that something is amiss in your family. A family law attorney can help negotiate prenuptial/premarital agreements for clients in anticipation of marriage or advise same-sex couples on relevant legal issues affecting their relationship. They also can help with adoption proceedings and other procedures involving children.

Family law attorneys often do represent clients seeking a divorce, annulment or legal separation, and the complicated issues that can arise as a result. Although domestic abuse is a criminal offense, some family law attorneys are skilled at handling these situations, as they are often entangled with other family law issues.

Some jurisdictions certify lawyers as family law specialists, which means these attorneys have met the certifying body's minimum requirements for education, experience, and examination.

No-Fault Proceeding:
A civil case in which parties may resolve their dispute without a formal finding of error or fault.

Paternity Suit:
A lawsuit to determine the father of a child whose parents were not married when the child was born.